Healthcare Newark, DE Pop. 33,398

Psychologist Salary in Newark, Delaware

The median psychologist salary in Newark, DE is $88,743 per year, which is 4.0% above the national median and 1.0% above the Delaware state average.

City Median
$88,743
vs State Avg
+$853
vs National
+$3,413
Cost of Living
102%

Psychologist Salary in Newark by Experience

In Newark, an entry-level psychologist earns around $54,080, while experienced professionals earn up to $150,800 per year. The local cost of living index is 102% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$54,080
+$2,080 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$91,520
+$3,520 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$150,800
+$5,800 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Newark, DE

Percentile Newark
10th Percentile $49,920
25th Percentile $66,560
Median (50th) $88,743
75th Percentile $119,600
90th Percentile $161,200

Psychologist Salary in Other Delaware Cities

Wilmington, DE
$91,303
Pop. 70,898
Bear, DE
$86,183
Pop. 21,000
Middletown, DE
$85,330
Pop. 22,350
Dover, DE
$83,623
Pop. 39,403

How to Become a Psychologist in Newark

Education

Most psychologist positions require a doctoral degree. Newark and the surrounding Delaware area have institutions offering relevant programs.

Key Skills

PsychotherapyPsychological AssessmentCBT/DBTResearch MethodsClinical DocumentationEthics

Job Outlook

Nationally, psychologist employment is projected to grow 6% over the next decade (faster than average). Demand in Newark may vary based on local industry and population growth.